Jetboy
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Jetboy
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| Episodes: | 83 |
| Year: | 1959 |
| Country: | Japan |
| Seasons: | 1 |
| Seasons Breakdown: | (1) 83 |
| Category: | Superhero |
| Colour: | No |
| Format: | Series |
| Company: | FUJI |
| Creator: | |
| Run Time (mins): | 30 |
| Language: | Japanese |
| Type of Show: | Live Action |
| Status: | Ended |
| Broadcaster: | |
Summary
Ken Kitamura is portrayed as a youthful assistant detective who solves cases alongside his loyal dog Shane. He travels on a distinctive scooter named Rabbit and relies on his unusually powerful voice as his signature tool in confronting adversaries.
His principal antagonist, Black Devil, repeatedly devises elaborate schemes for world domination, though these plots are deliberately non‑lethal, keeping the tone suitable for young audiences. The series blends adventure, light peril, and aspirational elements, featuring an exciting profession, a memorable vehicle, a dependable canine companion, and occasional gadgetry, creating an ideal formula for boys’ action entertainment.
Cast
Ken Kitamura (Jetboy #1) HIROFUMI NAKAJIMA, Ken Kitamura (Jetboy #2) KEN TSUCHIYA, MUNEHIKO TAKADA, TAMAKI MATSUNAGA, TOSHI YAGISAWA, MASAKO IZUMI, SETSUKO MIDORIKAWA.
Tags: Superhero, Japan, 1959, Japanese
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